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Mmm. "May not ship to the UK"... they say that like it's a bad thing. I would actually like to know more about this, but mostly because I want to understand how anyone arrives at the point where this seems like a good idea. Are they a balalaika player, did they just have a bit of wood of mostly the right shape... what?

I could definitely see that being prettier than the original. Would you have to move the bridge?

... if he hasn't removed too much wood, that is...

I've just bought a bass from David. This is the fourth time we've dealt with each other, which should tell its own story. An easy transaction; he was patient, thoughtful and courteous. I'd have no difficulty in dealing with him again. Thanks David, much appreciated.

Retrovibe are offering a near-copy. And they will do five-strings to order. And it weighs a little over 9lb. Which I suppose might put the purists off Unfortunately for me, it's sunburst only. https://retrovibe.co.uk/product/retrovibe-tt40-tt50-bass-34-scale-3-tone-burst-maple-neck-peavey-t40-style/?fbclid=IwAR1bbeo7d_8mK3h1dxVAgq-Xn-6L-UAnJzC3Nr4WfMP6neRO3b9_Hxq4kRc

Tricky. Might depend on the band you're in?

Mmm. I have family there. :ponders:

CDs. I'm not keen on renting and my broadband is not always reliable.

Not for me. YMMV.

I've not run across these before. Looks nice, if you like that sort of thing (I do, but I have too many basses and it's too far away). https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/115779414515?hash=item1af4fda9f3:g:Dj8AAOSwR4ZkDbHL

@Bassassin might know, but I don't think they are Japanese?

Is the second bass not one of those Russian jobs from the 70s?

Hi. I can't really remember (among other things, I had a stroke later that year), but the body shape rings a bell. Can't help any more than that, sorry.

Looks like a set of prison pyjamas.

Thanks folks. I shall give it a go.

Anyone tried this? Do the strings wear quickly? Any info gratefully received

Have you tried a different bass (same model, if possible)? I'm just wondering if it might be an issue with your hearing.

Consider restringing a four-string BEAD (bottom four strings of a five-string set). I have a Harley Benton strung like this, it's an interesting change and needed minimal setup, and the whole thing cost me less than £150. It might make it easier to understand what you actually want to do.

I bought a box of Useful Stuff from Colin. Nicely packed, quick, all as advertised - I''d be happy to deal with him again. Thanks Colin